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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Jan. 2, 2026.

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Mini across clues and answers

1A clue: Fill in the ___
Answer: BLANK

6A clue: Large quantity at a pot dispensary
Answer: OUNCE

7A clue: Remove one's name from, as an online photo
Answer: UNTAG

8A clue: Org. whose upcoming Artemis II mission will launch astronauts around the moon
Answer: NASA

9A clue: Parched
Answer: DRY

Mini down clues and answers

1D clue: Hop like a kangaroo**
Answer: BOUND**

2D clue: ___ lander (moon vehicle)**
Answer: LUNAR**

3D clue: Squirming in one's seat**
Answer: ANTSY**

4D clue: College Football Playoff org.**
Answer: NCAA**

5D clue: Beer dispenser**
Answer: KEG**

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